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Donna Carney

LibertyUniversity

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TheInternetS ImagesthatFulfillaLustfulEye

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CausesandEffectofPornographicBehavior

Prevalent accessibility and acceptance of pornography have generated

curiosity as to what effect pornography has on self and relationships. This

industry has increased across numerous platforms over several decades. In the

early years of this industry, magazines like Playboy were accessible in certain

stores; however, people would hide to purchase or read this kind of material.

As times goes on and society became more accepting of this industry, more

ones emotional and physical wellbeing, its defensive and evolutionary

principles are weakened. Likewise, if voluptuous action impedes

accomplishment of non-sex-related fundamental duties, this evolutionarily

constructive motivation has become harmful and debatably turned addictive

(Kor et al, 2013).

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Theadvancementoftechnologyhaveprovidemoreexposuretoall forms of

pornography through; the Internet, cable, and satellite television. It is

undoubtedly, not newsflash to most viewers that the magnitude and popularity

of sexual explicit resources on the Internet has amplified exponentially (Beaver

& Paul, 2011). The Internet has made it possible for individuals to act out their

severe problemthatfocusesalmost exclusivelyon cybersex, withmajor neglect of

other life's activities” (Carnes 2003).

Pornographyisoneofthemanysexualaddictionsand(Clinton&Scalise,

2013,p.227)itissometimesusedtomaskpainfrombothpastandpresent”.

Sexual addiction is considered a disease but also have a lot to do with the way

the individual was nurtured; attachment and parenting style play a pivotal role

people’sbehavior.Neurosciencehasgivenunbiasedoutcomesthatforecast the

biological effects of addiction on the frontal lobes of the brain.Addictive

behavior triggers genetic neuroadaptation, and extent to other parts of the

body. It seems that pornography addiction often begins at a time of life (in

adolescence) when this incompatibility is not a consideration (White & Kimball,

2009).

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Addictivebehaviors,includingpornographydamagespeopleand obliterate

lives. It encumbers the development of wholesome sexuality especially among

adults; it distorts sexual advances and society involvements. The revenue for

Internet pornography is increasing; while having an adverse impact on

humanity. Internet pornography publicity was definitely linked with engaging

families and friends and could lead to divorce and disagreement amongst

couples. Thirdly, this behavior could lead to the use of addictive substance.

Somebehavioraladdictsusesubstancetomasktheirfeelingsandovercome the

psychosomatic impediments that avert him/her from indulgence. Lastly, people

who are engaged in sexual addictive behaviors live a life of secrecy and

isolation, fearing condemnation from loves ones. “Overall, pornography use can

leadtorelationshiporfamilyproblems,arrestforsexualoffences,difficultiesat work,

financial problems, an over preoccupation with sexuality, and a pressing

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needfortheindividualtobetterregulatetheirown behavior”(Egan&Parmar,

2013,p.395)

LookingawayfromPornographicImager

Many people depend on the Internet to support with advanced learning, connecting

with friends and family, getting information about world events but could also devote

countless hours surfing sites that encourages a sinful desire. This rampant life style is not

wellbeing. Teens and young adult use computers and other media sources for some of the

same reason as alder adults, including (Thornburg, 2002), motivation, relief from world-

weariness and emotional stimulation.

With the development of new sites, and people’s curiosity, there is an

alarming report; nearly 374 internet users are surfing various pornographic

sites every second, over 19% of men accessed pornography at work,

almost50% of Christian said that it was a problematic in their household, and

a shocking 53% promise keepers viewed pornography most recently (Tarver,

2010). Parents and caregivers can restrict the amount of time the younger

child stay on the computers, also add filters to prevent the child from

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being unprotected to incongruous material on the Internet is the

presenceand supervision of a conscientious parent while the child is using the

Internet (Thornburgh et al, 2002) and mechanism that filters and hid

pornographic sites (Beaver & Paul, 2011).

action. Approximately 65 percent of female have encouraging response to

pornography. The longer women have attended university, the more

People who turn to the Internet or other media sources to very

pornographic imagery must be conscientious that this behavior is unhealthy.

Some people cannot take there off of these material, however, it one has a

weakness to this for of sexual addiction, he/she must put some restrictions in

place. Filters are great for younger children but could be non-effective for the

grownups since they are the ones who install the soft ware. Simple things like,

having an accountability partner, putting the computer in a public space and

talkingabouttheuncontrollableurges.Lastly,takingtheeyesofa momentary

satisfaction and develop a deep-rooted relationship with Christ

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will help people heal and remain sober. “For this is the will of God, your

sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each one of you

know how to control his own body in holiness and honor,

in the passion of

lust like the Gentiles who do not know God”, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5(ESV).

To heal the self, treatment must discover and diminish the results of early

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The 12-step program offers support for the addicts’ sobriety. The CBT isalso

TheRoleoftheChurch

God createdpeopletoenjoy life and allhehascreatedbut thefallofman

distorted His plan

unburden their pain, shame and guilt. People with limited understanding of this

maladaptive behavior have frowned upon sexual addiction. The church can no

longer stand on the sideline and watch the lives of humanity wasted. Christians

today struggle with some of the very things that non-Christians are faced with.